We believe in better. And we make it happen. Better content. Better products. And better careers. Working in Tech, Product or Data at Sky is about building the next and the new. From broadband to broadcast, streaming to mobile, SkyQ to Sky Glass, we never stand still. We optimise and innovate. We turn big ideas into the products, content and services millions of people love. And we do it all right here at Sky. Our vision for Procurement is to deliver the best possible supplier contracts and relationships over the short & longer term (cost, quality, risk, availability, innovation, sustainability), via Understanding of business strategy & stakeholder plans through strong relationships Intimate knowledge of a category's suppliers & market developments, reflected in great category plans Supplier management & negotiation experience/ expertise (leveraging our Enterprise scale & prestige) We leverage our global scale to deliver locally The Corporate and Business Services team is part of the Enterprise Procurement function, reporting into Comcast. We've evolved Procurement to better leverage our spend with Comcast (combined spend $19bn) and across Sky markets. This combined approach will enable our people to potentially work on projects relating to Comcast, NBCUniversal as well as Sky specific matters. What you'll do: As Group Head of Procurement Corporate Services, you will be creating and leading the strategic sourcing direction within the Comcast Enterprise Procurement function which operates across Sky Group, Comcast and NBCU. The role will involve managing the procurement team for Group Corporate Services and interaction with business units at a group level across the Sky Group and engaging with stakeholders in Comcast & NBCU. Corporate Services include the strategic procurement of Property & Facilities Management Services, Energy, HR Services, Group Insurance arrangements, and HR Rewards & Benefits - combined spend $230m. The category is managed by a lean, cross-market team based in London, Milan, and Munich. The team partners with business stakeholders to deliver efficient, scalable solutions that support company growth, mitigate commercial and operational risk, and drive innovation through strategic supplier collaboration. You will ensure all source-to-contract activities are executed effectively. Strategy - Create and lead strategic sourcing direction and bring leading edge procurement practices to help HR and Property teams deliver their transformational objectives Key Initiatives - Ensure all source-to-contract activities across Corporate Services are executed effectively - delivery of $7m P&L savings per fiscal year Supplier Relationship Management - Drive SRM for core strategic vendors, strengthening partnerships to drive innovation, manage risk, and optimize commercial and operation performance Risk Management - Develop and execute a robust governance framework for core strategic vendors to proactively identify, and manage supplier, contractual, operational, and sustainability risks across Corporate Services Business Partnering - Relationship management with business leaders in HR and Property Services across Sky Group - trusted partnership with measurable procurement impact Energy Innovation & Transformation - support Sky wide programmes with Energy impact; implement new energy sources, fuels, systems and processes Net Zero agenda - partner with Supply Chain Sustainability team and stakeholders in Sky and Comcast to support the delivery of Sky's Net Zero commitment People & Spaces Strategy - support Sky's programmes to build inclusive, future-ready workplaces, and culture where people can thrive Team management - manage 4 FTEs across UK and ITA, supporting development and growth, and accountability to measure overall procurement objectives for the team Group Synergy - Build category and vendor strategies that will drive synergies across Sky Group and across Comcast and NBCU What you'll bring: Proven Procurement experience in relevant procurement categories (HR and / or Facilities and/or Energy Categories) Experience of working in a global / pan-European function, being able to manage varying demands and needs within a single project Proven experience in effective supplier relationship management and procurement risk management Open to cross-category and cross-company collaboration and growth as part of a dynamic, enterprise-wide procurement function Highly motivated professional with a proactive approach Excellent skills in relationship building/management, negotiating skills, commercial acumen, organisational, presentational, prioritisation and project management Creative thinking - initiative and enthusiasm in finding new sourcing approaches to balance operational and commercial pressures Ability to put relevant structure around the decision-making process and ensure all options are understood in relation to the business requirements Ability to manage variety of projects and the associated expectations Display enthusiasm and self-motivation to overcome obstacles and demonstrate a positive approach in the face of difficulty whilst encouraging the same approach in others The rewards There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to : the perks. Here's a taster: Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place The magic of Sky Glass at an exclusive rate A generous pension package Private healthcare Discounted mobile and broadband A wide range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences Inclusion & how you'll work: Recognised by The Times and Stonewall, we take pride in our approach to diversity and inclusion. Investing in society, fighting racial injustice and setting ambitious targets for representation at Sky. We've embraced hybrid working and split our time between unique office spaces and the convenience of working from home. You'll find out more about what hybrid working looks like for your role later on in the recruitment process. Your office space: Osterley Our Osterley Campus is a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station. Or you can hop on one of our free shuttle buses that run to and from Osterley, Gunnersbury, Ealing Broadway and South Ealing tube stations. There are also plenty of bike shelters and showers. On campus, you'll find 13 subsidised restaurants, cafes, and a Waitrose. You can keep in shape at our subsidised gym, catch the latest shows and movies at our cinema, get your car washed, and even get pampered at our beauty salon. We'd love to hear from you Inventive, forward-thinking minds come together to work in Tech, Product and Data at Sky. It's a place where you can explore what if, how far, and what next. But better doesn't stop at what we do, it's how we do it, too. We embrace each other's differences. We support our community and contribute to a sustainable future for our business and the planet. If you believe in better, we'll back you all the way. Just so you know: if your application is successful, we'll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.